Ahhh...every woman's dream. Yes, it's Michaelangelo's David, in all the splendor and beauty he could possibly have. This was the only picture I took of the great monument; I don't know why I didn't take any in color. But this statue is truly a sight to behold. If you know absolutely nothing about Renaissance art, you've probably seen or heard of this statue in you lifetime.

The city fathers had asked Michaelangelo to do a statue for a niche in the cathedral. It was to embody the spirit of the times, and be a symbol of ideals for the Renaissance. When Michael finished it, the Fathers loved it so much that they asked for it to be put in the Piazza Della Signoria, in front of the Palazzo Vecchio, so that it could be admired by the citizens of Florence. David remained there for sometime until they realized he was sustaining a lot of damages from being outdoors, so they moved him into the Galleria dell'Accademia, where he remains today.

Welcome to the Piazza del Duomo. The great cathedral, also known as the Cathedral Santa Maria Del Fiore, stands at the heart of Florence and can be seen from almost any point in the city. It's the fourth largest cathedral in the world, and is known for it's renaissance dome, designed by Brunelleschi, the greatest renaissance architect. The bell tower, also known as the campanelli, was designed by Giotto, a great Proto-Renaissance architect. I walked by this place every day. It is a symbol of pride in Florence. Disclaimer: This photo came from a travel book. I did not take it myself.